Maintenance Monday- Oil Change!
Welcome to our third addition of Maintenance Mondays!
Today we are going to discuss the importance of Oil Changes.
Here
at Jenkins and Wynne we believe it is important to get a regular oil
change to keep your vehicle running efficiently. Our service team will
get you in and out fast because we know how valuable your time is. While
we service your vehicle, we will change the oil and check your tires,
cabin filter, and battery to insure that everything is in top shape.
During your express oil change, we offer other services such as tire
rotation which we recommend customers getting done every 6 months.
Engine Oil
Most
cars on the road today use multi-grade oil — one that can work
efficiently in cold and hot weather. A multi-grade oil is rated by two
numbers. If you have any questions on which oil you should use, contact
your Jenkins and Wynne mechanic below.
About the oil classification system.
Each
engine oil comes with a classification indicating its viscosity, which
is its friction or resistance to flow. In a multi-grade oil, the first
number indicates how the oil will flow when it is cold. The lower the
number, the lighter the oil and the better it will perform at lower
temperatures.
Why viscosity is a concern.
During
cold starting, only a small amount of oil is present in the upper parts
of engines. To lessen the friction when upper engine parts, such as the
valve train, pistons, overhead cam and cam bearings, scrub against each
other, a lower viscosity allows the oil to reach the components more
quickly.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
This
is typically an oil-based fluid used in a transmission that lubricates
and cools the transmission and provides hydraulic pressure to shift
gears automatically.
Why 5W-30 and 5w-20 oils are so popular.
Many
vehicles today leave the factory with 5W-30 or 5w-20 engine oil.
Vehicle manufacturers recommend them because they are lighter oils that
perform well in a range of temperatures and help improve gas mileage.
Which oil is right for your car?
The simplest and safest way to find out is to check your owner’s manual...or talk to your Jenkins and Wynne mechanic.![]()
Fluids
Your
vehicle relies on a variety of fluids to operate its brake, steering,
transmission, engine cooling and other systems. When these fluids become
degraded or are at incorrect levels, damage to other components may
occur...so always follow the manufacturer. Contact your Jenkins and
Wynne mechanic below with any questions or to set up your next oil
change appointment.
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